fragmentation bomb

American  

noun

1. a bomb designed to break into many small, high-velocity fragments when detonated.

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Etymology

Origin of fragmentation bomb

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

Russia responded by claiming to have fired shots at, and dropped fragmentation bombs near, the Defender, which Russia said then changed course.

From Washington Post

A Russian bomber dropped four high explosive fragmentation bombs as a warning in the British destroyer’s path, according to the Russian ministry.

From Reuters

“Islamism is a Trojan horse hiding the fragmentation bomb of our society,” Darmanin wrote, according to excerpts from the daily Le Figaro.

From Washington Times

Becchetti was supposed to drop fragmentation bombs on enemy gun positions prior to the Allied landing, but he could tell through some breaks in the heavy cloud cover they were too late.

From Washington Times

It’s a fine antidote to the fragmentation bomb of culture we live in and a chance to encompass an artist in totality.

From New York Times